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 Moynihan

Series Synopsis

In Moynihan, secretary of the carpenters’ union Leo Moynihan (Ian Mune) — with orange mini and leather jacket — has to navigate the shark-infested waters of 70s industrial relations. The first NZ-Australia co-production (with ABC) was devised by union organiser Earle Spencer and Jane Galletly (a rare credit in the then-male dominated industry). It was the first series made by TV One’s drama department; it won viewers as well as Feltex awards for best drama and Mune’s performance. The changing face of Wellington, including an under-construction Beehive, features.

 
 

Series Notes

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Produced by

 NZ Broadcasting Corporation

NZ Broadcasting Corporation

 

Awards

1977 Feltex Awards
Best Drama
Best Actor (Ian Mune - shared with his performance in Winners and Losers)